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Transcontinental Railroad | Work of Giants | 1

American History Tellers

CHAPTER

The Gold Rush and the Blueprint for a Transcontinental Railroad

This chapter explores the challenging journeys of gold seekers traveling to California in the mid-19th century, focusing on their struggles with difficult travel routes and scarce infrastructure. Additionally, it follows an engineer's ambition to construct a transcontinental railroad, highlighting his determination to impact American travel and commerce despite numerous challenges.

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